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Telephony and VoIP Guide

Who would ever imagine that Graham Bell's invention would one day be oncomputers networked all over the world. VoIP or Voice over InternetProtocol as the name suggests, uses the Internet to call anyone of yourfriends in any part of the world.

What makes this technology appealing is the cost. VoIP is a cheapalternative to complex phone systems that you have never really fullyunderstood. How many times have you looked at your phone bill and justshrugged off the number of calls charged to you. VoIP is a goodalternative for small businesses and offices that want the most out ofone kind of savings.

So what do you need to look out for when applying for a VoIPservice especially for those who are not technologically savvy? Hereare some helpful tips that you can consider when looking for a providerthat offers a cheap but reliable service.

Compare the price range from various providers first. There isnothing like doing your preliminary homework. Make sure that you arechoosing from trustworthy and tested providers.

Always look carefully into the inclusion of hidden charges and ifthere is a payment for termination of service and/or activation ofservice.

Ask if they offer e911 emergency service and find out how you can apply for the service.

Do not sign up for a provider that requires you to have an entirelynew phone system. The reason for getting VoIP in the first place is tosave some money.

Check online about the VoIP company background and business tenure. Check if theyve had complaints about their service.

Try using service providers that have already established a mass appeal.

You should look closely at what you need for yourself and yourfamily. If you are the kind of person that makes a lot of calls toother countries, then you should look for a package that offers reallycheap international rates. If you get the bulk of your personal callsfrom just one city, look for a package that will provide you with yourown phone number that people can call you with also at local rates.

When you have finished making your checklist and have looked intoall the factors, you will suddenly realize that you managed to find thecheapest and most appropriate VoIP provider who can offer you themaximum number of services at the minimum rates that you want.